A well-balanced mix of intrigue and romance.
Red Moon Hill is a long way from Michigan in every conceivable way. And that distance is exactly what Brody Mars needs to get things back on track, or maybe on track for the very first time. His entire adult life has been spent as one half of a destined couple, but now he’s completely on his own. His ex had the decency to break things off before their wedding day, but her unexpected betrayal stings no less. The family’s old log cabin in Colorado might not look like much, but it’s enough for Brody to tend to his broken heart as he sorts things out. A different set of circumstances brought Tessa Mackenzie to this colorful foothills town. Tessa is as energetic as she is puzzling, and Brody feels an immediate pull toward her. For Tessa, though, attraction isn’t a desire she wants to feel at the moment. Living in Red Moon Hill is her safety net, a safeguard she’s unwilling to talk about. Unfortunately, her secrets leave Tessa jumpy, restless, and in a constant state of frenzied paranoia. As Tessa reluctantly opens up to Brody about what really brought her to town, their tentative relationship grows into something approaching dependable. Eventually, though, her past will come knocking, threatening the fragile stability Brody and Tessa have built.
A well-balanced mix of intrigue and romance, Moonshadow over Red Moon Hill offers something for every reader. Rather than serving as a mere background setting, the vibrant, earthy location in a colorful Colorado town sets the tone for the entire story. The scenes come together in a way unique to the spectacular geography, pitting a serene atmosphere against a tale of mounting suspense. Clark has a writing style that is clear and direct, adding nothing superfluous that might interrupt the flow. Instead, the tense plotline with Tessa’s backstory and her cautious relationship with Brody takes center stage. Even though Tessa has a PhD in astronomy and Brody has a career in civil engineering, the narrative avoids technical language and remains approachable, focusing on the unraveling mystery of her recent past. If you’re already a fan of this author, you’ll appreciate subtle nods to some of her earlier works, such as a charming children’s book or a popular local band. Audiences who love everyday characters thrust into extraordinary situations, majestic locations, and hard-fought personal victories will enjoy Moonshadow Over Red Moon Hill.
